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ARIANA AND RAPHAEL, A GREAT YOUNG COUPLE’S VISIT TO NOSARA

Ariana Peschke stayed at Nosara B&B Retreat for ten days with her boyfriend Raphael. Ariana is the daughter of Ray and Stephanie Peschke, well known and beloved former residents of Nosara from LA, California. It was a treat to have these two wonderful young people with us and to get to know them.

Ariana just graduated from high school. She was on the swim team and has a full scholarship to attend Fordham University in New York City next year where she will swim on their team.
When I asked Ariana to share her experience of returning to Nosara this time she said, “I love Nosara. I grew up here. It’s a special place. I enjoyed staying at Nosara B&B because it’s secluded. Most of my friends here have kids now. Other than that, they are still basically the same as they always were. People here are different. They are generous and really care.”

Ariana plans to major in communications. “I’d like to make documentaries because I think they can make a difference. I want to inform Americans about many issues. There is so much ignorance in the States. People have no idea what’s going on in the rest of the world. Growing up in Nosara I learned a lot about another culture, another way of life. I’d like to communicate other perspectives to people who aren’t yet aware of them.”

Raphael is majoring in Environmental Studies at Santa Monica Community College. During his high school years he devoted a lot of time to activism around environmental issues. Now he’s focusing on academics. He also wants to make a difference in the world.
When asked about his experience of Nosara, Raphael commented, ”It’s different than other places I’ve been. It’s amazingly lush and green here. I wasn’t aware that environment problems existed here like they do in the states until we had conversations about garbage and recycling issues here in Nosara.

The people in Nosara are generous, high-spirited and extremely friendly-much different than those in the States. The food is amazing! In the beginning, I had a problem with the humidity. Now I think I’ll miss it!”
It was a gift to have this lovely and aware young couple with us. Experiencing their caring and adventurous spirits gives hope for the world! We will miss you Ariana, and Raphael, and look forward to welcoming you back soon. May all your visions and aspirations be accomplished, and may you enjoy next New Year’s Eve in Time Square!